2 October 2024

Bed Appeal update: Thank you, you did it!

Pilgrims Healthcare Assistants accepting the delivery of beds at the Canterbury hospice

A huge, heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who has kindly supported Pilgrims Hospices Bed Appeal, raising £166,853 to purchase 36 new specialist beds for our hospices in Canterbury, Thanet and Ashford.


The response we have received has been nothing short of overwhelming, and we cannot thank you enough for helping us to reach this incredible goal. The widespread generosity shown by individuals, companies and trusts has ensured that patients remain as comfortable as possible for those precious days spent in our hospices.

These beds have already made such a meaningful difference in the lives of those we care for, and will prove vital in providing comfort and safety to the over 900 people that need them every year.

Pilgrims Hospices journey began with just two beds at the Canterbury hospice in 1982, and our services have grown each and every year to meet the needs of the local community.

Our growth has only been possible because of the kind and generous support we continue to receive from people like you. We simply couldn’t do it without you, thank you.

It’s only possible for us to offer the much-needed care and comfort our patients deserve with these specialist beds. Thank you to everyone who has helped make this a reality, you really have made a world of difference.

Laura and Sarah, Senior Ward Sisters

Have you supported the Bed Appeal? Find your name on the Wall of Fame!

Visit pilgrimshospices.org/bedappeal to find your name amongst the hundreds of others who have helped purchase 36 new specialist beds for the hospices.


Pilgrims Hospices is a charity dedicated to providing expert care and support to patients with life-limiting illnesses in east Kent. Our services ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their families, offering compassionate care both in hospice settings and in the community.